Nurse Practitioner

QuarterLine (QL), a Planned Systems International (PSI) company, is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to treat patients at the Base Operational Medical Clinic, at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, just outside of Trenton, New Jersey. The lives of our nation’s active-duty military, veterans, and their families depend on outstanding healthcare. At QuarterLine (QL), a Planned Systems International (PSI) company we strive to provide highly qualified healthcare professionals to work in the heart of military medicine. As a civilian contractor working for QuarterLine, you will utilize your abilities as a Nurse Practitioner to treat active-duty military members and their dependents at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst.Be a Part of the Team: The military provides a tight-knit, collaborative work environment. Additionally, you will have the advantage of working with other healthcare professionals and advancing your skills in world-class facilities.The Benefits: QuarterLine offers competitive compensation packages, a full range of benefits, and excellent work-life balance to ensure your success. Type of Work: Full Time.Provide a full range of nurse practitioner services in accordance with privileges granted by the Commanding Officer (e.g., supervise and provide general screening and medical care and examinations of patients for routine, acute, and chronic conditions involving any and all organ systems; provide immunizations; diagnose, treat, and counsel patients as indicated). Treat patients with common acute conditions, illnesses, or minor trauma within accepted protocols, Nurse Practice Acts, and/or in collaboration with a Physician. Collaborate with the Physician in the health care of patients with chronic illnesses. Request consultation or referral with appropriate physicians, clinics, or other health resources as indicated. Order diagnostic tests as applicable. Prescribe and dispense medications as delineated by the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee. Promote preventative and health maintenance care, including annual physicals, positive health behaviors, and self-care skills through education and counseling. Coordinate patient care through a continuum and facilitate the achievement of optimal outcomes in relation to care, quality, and cost-effectiveness. Ensure compliance with standards of care and practice in accordance with all established policies, procedures, and guidelines used in the medical treatment facility. Provides care within ethical and legal boundaries. Assesses patients. Possess the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with a diverse group of people for the purpose of informing the healthcare team of plans/actions, for teaching/education to benefit the patient/family and organization. Effectively use appropriate communication format in addressing professional issues. Excellent written communication skills to perform accurate documentation, both written and electronic, of all activities in accordance with requirements. Ability to recognize adverse signs and symptoms and react quickly in emergency situations. Completes orientation and competency verification programs in accordance with (IAW) unit guidelines. Participates in the orientation of newly assigned personnel, as appropriate. Serves and participates in committees, functions, and other meetings as directed. Provides relevant and timely information to these groups and assists with decision-making and process improvement. Participates in customer service initiatives, and medical readiness activities, designed to enhance health services. Ensures a safe work environment, employee safe work habits, and patient safety IAW regulatory agencies, infection control policies, and process improvement initiatives. Possess skill in setting up, operating, and monitoring specialized medical equipment such as IV infusion pumps, cardiac monitoring devices, EKG units, oxygen analyzers, nebulizers, and other unit specific equipment. Become proficient in the use of the following computer systems: Composite Health Care Systems (CHCS) - Armed Forces Health Longitudinal Technology Application (AHLTA) or MHS Genesis (where applicable), and Aeromedical Services Information Management System (ASIMS). Complete Deployment Related Health Assessment (DRHA)/Mental Health Assessment (MHA) provider training requirements as specified and Base Operational Medical Clinic guidance after in-processing, and submit required certificates to the MTF credentials manager. Additionally, healthcare providers conducting DRHAs will complete program orientation with a DRHA Program Office representative via phone. These are one-time training requirements. The healthcare provider will use their professional education, certification, and experience to conduct in-person and telephonic DRHA and annual MHA services at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst. These services must comply with applicable Department of Defense and Air Force policy and guidance including DoDI 6200.06, Periodic Health Assessment (PHA) Program; AFI 44-170, Preventive Health Assessment and AFI 48-122, Deployment Health, to include required standards of care, clinical practice guidelines, and workflows. It is estimated the healthcare provider will conduct 100% of Deployment Related Health Assessments in person and 5% of Mental Health Assessments in person and 95% of Mental Health Assessments via telephone. Degree/Education:Master's Degree in Nursing. Graduate from an academic program, within the nursing specialty field of study that is accredited by a regional or national nursing accrediting agency recognized by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).Certifications in addition to Basic Life Support: Certified as a Nurse Practitioner by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), or the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP).Experience:2 years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner.Must possess knowledge of the following: Professional care theories, principles, practices, disease process, and procedures.Variety of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment, the desired effects, side effects, and complications of their use as well as the accurate administration of the pharmacologic agent, including dosage calculations as required.The administrative requirements for proper documentation of a patient's condition including disease progress, acknowledgment of teaching, and follow-up care.Computer operations and proficiency in the use of basic word processing, data entry, and automated medical records.License/Certification:Current, full, active, and unrestricted license as a Nurse Practitioner.Citizenship: U.S. CitizenCredentialing: Ability to pass a background check and drug screen. Current physical and immunizations.Physical Requirements: You must be on the premises to perform the job. The environment is fast-paced and multifaceted, with conditions and duties that can change quickly throughout a shift.PSI offers full-time, benefits eligible employees a competitive total compensation package that includes paid leave, and options for employer sponsored group medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, AD&D coverage, legal services, identity theft, and accident insurance. Flexible spending account and health saving account options offer pre-tax savings for qualified medical, dental, and vision expenses. The company sponsored 401(k) retirement plan has an employer contribution match that is immediately vested. We invest in the professional growth of our employees through professional courses, certifications, and tuition reimbursement programs.It is company policy to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination, are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities will be provided. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources by emailing , or by dialing 703-575-8400.

Created: 2024-10-19